Best Time to Visit the Forbidden City: A Season-by-Season Guide
Snow-dusted roofs in January, peach blossoms in April, golden ginkgo in November — the Palace Museum changes i…
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Seasonal guides, ticket news, routes and photography tips from the Forbidden City.
Forbidden City Tickets 2026: Prices, Booking Rules & How to Skip the Line
The Palace Museum sells no tickets at the gate — everything is booked in advance under your passport. Here are…
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Perfect Routes Through the Palace: 2 Hours, Half Day or Full Day
The Forbidden City is a 961-metre-long city of nearly 9,000 rooms. Whether you have two hours or a whole day,…
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10 Fascinating Facts About the Forbidden City
Why are there no trees in the outer court? Why do the roof beasts matter? From the 9,999.5-room legend to the…
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Beyond the Palace Walls: Jingshan Park, Beihai & the Best Nearby Sights
Exit the north gate and you are standing in the middle of Beijing’s historic heart. Here is what to see within…
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Where to Take the Best Photos of the Forbidden City (Spots, Times & Settings)
Golden roofs, red walls and perfect symmetry — the palace is a photographer’s dream. These 12 spots (and the e…
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